Tony Chevalier

Tony Chevalier is an Adjunct Associate Professor in the College of Design at the University of Minnesota, with a professional role as Senior Landscape Architect for MnDOT. His work merges creative design with systematic planning to deliver innovative, place-responsive solutions that prioritize social, economic, and environmental sustainability.

Education:

• BA in Community Development, St. Cloud State University
• Certificate of Metropolitan Design, University of Minnesota
• MLA, University of Minnesota
• PLA (Professional Landscape Architect license)

Tony specializes in landscape design and planning, with expertise in master planning, park and trail design, streetscapes, waterfront redevelopment, mixed-use development, municipal redevelopment, and planting design. His philosophy centers on merging practicality with poetic creativity to transform challenges into opportunities.

Professional Contributions: At MnDOT, Tony provides technical design expertise and project management for State rest areas within the Site Development Unit. He advocates for design that harmonizes functionality with artistic value, emphasizing sustainability and community impact.